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In 2013, Peugeot had presented the second generation of the 308 hatchback to great acclaim. Inspired by the subcompact 208 and the 508 sedan, the 308 went on to win the title of 2014 European Car of the Year. Still, a lot has changed since three years ago.
Ford has updated the Focus, so did Mazda with the 3, Renault has launched an all-new Megane, so did Hyundai with the i30, you know the rest. As things stand now, the oldest offerings in the European compact hatchback segment are the Volkswagen Golf and Peugeot 308. However, both Volkswagen and Peugeot are on the brink of debuting mid-cycle refreshes for their models.
In typical VAG fashion, the Peugeot 308 facelift is as subtle as it gets. As you can see from the newest set of spy photos, the 2017 Peugeot 308 benefits from subtle changes to the exterior design. Even the headlights, traditionally the focal point of mid-cycle updates, look dull. The taillight graphic appears to be the same as ever, but bear in mind this is a test mule. On the upside, the camouflaged front bumper suggests a little bit of nip and tuck.
Other than that, a redesigned front grille and bigger air intakes on the sides of the front bumper will round off the facelift. But what’s that square thing affixed bang in the middle of the front bumper? If I’m not mistaken, it could be a sensor for the AEB (autonomous emergency braking) system, something the 308 doesn’t offer in pre-facelift form. As far as the cabin is concerned, don’t expect a significant departure from the current model. Don't worry, though, the unusually small steering wheel is here to stay.
Under the skin, the 2017 Peugeot 308 and 308 SW aren’t expected to add brand new engines or transmissions. Instead, the existing 1.2 PureTech, 1.6 THP, and 1.6 BlueHDi turbocharged powerplants will be made a little more economical and a little friendlier to the environment.
In typical VAG fashion, the Peugeot 308 facelift is as subtle as it gets. As you can see from the newest set of spy photos, the 2017 Peugeot 308 benefits from subtle changes to the exterior design. Even the headlights, traditionally the focal point of mid-cycle updates, look dull. The taillight graphic appears to be the same as ever, but bear in mind this is a test mule. On the upside, the camouflaged front bumper suggests a little bit of nip and tuck.
Other than that, a redesigned front grille and bigger air intakes on the sides of the front bumper will round off the facelift. But what’s that square thing affixed bang in the middle of the front bumper? If I’m not mistaken, it could be a sensor for the AEB (autonomous emergency braking) system, something the 308 doesn’t offer in pre-facelift form. As far as the cabin is concerned, don’t expect a significant departure from the current model. Don't worry, though, the unusually small steering wheel is here to stay.
Under the skin, the 2017 Peugeot 308 and 308 SW aren’t expected to add brand new engines or transmissions. Instead, the existing 1.2 PureTech, 1.6 THP, and 1.6 BlueHDi turbocharged powerplants will be made a little more economical and a little friendlier to the environment.
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